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My boyfriend has ringworm (scalp) and weve continued to have sex as he has always covered it. is this still dangerous? should we stop until it is fully cleared? how do i break it to him without seeming horrible?
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Scalp ringworm is relatively hard to pass to another person. Sharing combs/brushes can be a source. Proper treatment usually requires an oral anti-fungal for a month or more. I would consider you at low risk if he has already been on an oral anti-fungal for a while. Do as you wish.
Answered 1/8/2023
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